L-Citrulline Improves Liver Steatosis in Adolescents
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. In the L-citrulline only group, researchers observed a significant improvement in liver steatosis level.
The Effect of Peanut Oral Immunotherapy on Allergic Reaction Threshold in Children
Written by, Dr. Clara Sartor, ND, BSc. In this trial of peanut oral immunotherapy using store-bought, home-measured peanut butter versus peanut avoidance in high-threshold peanut allergy, those treated achieved significantly higher rates of desensitization with a durable response off treatment.
Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation on Covid-19 Mortality
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. High-dose vitamin D3 supplementation was shown to reduce mortality in hospitalized patients with COVID-19.
Baneh (P. atlantica) Ointment Improves Pain Associated with Knee Osteoarthritis
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers observed as significant improvement in pain among those in the Baneh group compared to standard care (P=0.002).
Saffron Benefits for Eye Health, Neurodegeneration, and Mood Disorders
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Research suggests that saffron could boost your health and emotional well-being. Its bioactive compounds have been shown to have a wide spectrum of biological activities, including exerting anti-inflammatory, hypotensive, hypoglycemic, antihyperlipidemic, antidegenerative and antidepressant properties, among others.
Brussels Chicory Juice Improves Time to Exhaustion During Exercise
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Participants in the chicory group had a significantly longer time to exhaustion compared to the placebo (men= 8.3% increase, women= 12.2% increase; P<0.001).
Resveratrol for Cognitive Function, Cardiovascular Health, and Cancer Support
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Resveratrol has emerged as a powerful natural compound with a range of potential health benefits, particularly in the realms of cognition, cardiovascular health, and cancer support.
Low Vitamin D Status Is Associated with Vascular Changes in the Carotid Artery
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Sub-optimal vitamin D status is associated with increased glucose (P=.037), insulin (P=0.044), HOMA index (P=0.044), and parathyroid hormone levels (P<0.001).
Prenatal B-12 Supplementation Positively Associated with Cognitive Health of Children
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Verbal IQ scores were significantly associated with B-12 intake (Beta= 1.08, P= 0.033).
L-Cysteine Supplementation Improves Bioavailability of Vitamin D
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers observed a significant increase in 25(OH)D availability among participants assigned both L-cysteine and vitamin D versus those assigned vitamin D alone (P<0.05).
